Williamson County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible full-time employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; short- term disability and long-term disability insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements.
To review our benefit options and associated costs, go to: https://apps.wilcotx.gov/hr/benefits-cost-estimator/ to visit our interactive benefits cost estimator.
The County also provides retirement benefits. Full-time & part-time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these basic employee benefits and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays. For more details please contact Williamson County Human Resources at 512-943-1533.
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 14.02787
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting directly to the First Assistant County Auditor, responsible for managing the day-to-day operational activities of the Internal Audit Division of the Williamson County Auditor’s office while maintaining independence and objectivity. Plans, directs, and administers a comprehensive risk-based internal audit plan. Manges the performance of Internal Audit personnel.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Develops a statute driven, risk-based annual audit plan and coordinates with County Auditor for changes and approval
Plans and directs complex financial, operational, compliance, contract, asset inventory, and internal control audits for various county departments and vendors by providing independent and objective management evaluation
Communicates frequently with department heads, elected officials, legal counsel, and Commissioners Court
Assists and informs county management and staff of any audit-related issues
Reviews and approves all audit reports before they are released to department heads, elected officials, Commissioners Court, and/or District Judges
Coordinates with County Auditor on internal fraud reports
Performs personnel management, including hiring, termination, employee recognition, and disciplinary action
Conducts quarterly and annual performance evaluations, establishes goals, and makes pay decisions
Reviews and approves timesheets, training requests, and coordinates leave
Provides information and presentations to the Commissioner’s Court as necessary
Responsible for developing, allocating, and monitoring budget, including training budget
Creates and submits Request for Proposals and Request for Quotes as necessary
Assists the State Comptroller's Office when conducting an audit of fees and fines collected by county departments
Researches and applies knowledge of local, state, and federal government statutes and other legislative changes as they apply to audit responsibilities
Serves as administrator for audit management software
Approves expense reimbursements and invoices
Assists with Public Information Act requests related to Internal Audit activity
Provides education to county management in their responsibility for department risk management and provide guidance for the identification, analyses, and management of risk
Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
Performs, delegates, and manages special projects as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
Reports directly to – First Assistant County Auditor
Direct Reports – Yes
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing and occasional lifting/carrying
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
Regular travel between work sites as required with possibility of overnight/out of state travel
Occasionally required to work remotely
IRREGULAR HOURS
Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) business days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or related field and eight (8) years of increasingly responsible audit experience
Five (5) years supervisory experience
Working knowledge of auditing standards, accounting principles, cash handling practices, and contracts
Working knowledge of local or county governments
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, financial systems, and audit management software
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP) or two (2) years of government audit experience
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Required within thirty (30) days of employment
Valid driver’s license
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience with TeamMate Audit Management
Experience with TeamMate analytics or comparable application
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
Williamson County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the country! Located in Central Texas just north of the state capitol in Austin, Williamson County is gaining in its reputation as an exceptional place to live. Physically, the eastern part of the county is level black land soil and the western part rolling limestone hills, all drained by the San Gabriel River and tributaries. The county has a lively history including Comanche's, outlaws, Texas Rangers, the Chisholm Trail, cowboys, and sturdy pioneers. Today, the county is a center for agribusiness, education, and high-tech industry.
Williamson County is blessed with a mild climate offering more than 300 sunny days each year, affordable living, good schools, clean air, scenic open spaces, and an abundance of recreational opportunities. The county is well known for a very low crime rate and friendly, neighborly people. Unlike most states, Texas has no state personal income tax. All these reasons make Williamson County one of the most desirable places to live and work in the United States.
History: The county was organized in 1848 and named for Robert M. Williamson, pioneer leader and veteran of the Battle of San ...Jacinto.
Form of Government: A political subdivision of the State of Texas
Area: 1,135 square miles (1,124 sq. miles/land; 12 sq. miles/water)
Population: 609,017 according to 2020 Census
Health Ranking: Williamson County ranks as one of the healthiest counties in Texas. The 2021 County Health Rankings, released March 31, deem the county as Texas’ second healthiest place to live among the 244 ranked counties in Texas. The County Health Rankings are conducted by the University of Wisconsin’s Population Health Institute and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. All counties are ranked using a variety of data factors, which measure the rate of education, housing, crime, employment, unhealthy behaviors, and exercise.
Historic Courthouse: Williamson County's historic courthouse, 710 S. Main in Georgetown, was designed by Charles H. Page and Bro. The three-story, buff brick building was opened in 1911. With a grant from the Texas Historical Commission, it was restored in 2005-2007. It is a prime example of the Beaux-Arts architectural style with extended porticos on each side with triple-arched entrances. Two-story Ionic columns support decorative pediments and a terra cotta balustrade surrounds the roof. A copper dome with clocks on each side sits in the center of the roof with a blindfolded statue of Themis on top holding scales and a sword.